Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
J.Lindley, Sketch Veg. Swan R.: 60 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187661
Common Names
- Daviesia
- Daviesia pedunculata
- Pedunculate Daviesia
Description
Daviesia pedunculata (also called Pedunculate Daviesia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and heathlands. The leaves are narrow and linear, and the flowers are yellow and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Daviesia pedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daviesia pedunculata has yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Daviesia pedunculata is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Daviesia pedunculata
Daviesia pedunculata can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Stirling Range National Park and the Porongurup Range.
Daviesia pedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daviesia pedunculata?
Daviesia pedunculata
What is the common name of Daviesia pedunculata?
Peduncled daviesia
What is the family of Daviesia pedunculata?
Fabaceae
Species in the Daviesia genus
Daviesia latifolia,
Daviesia eremaea,
Daviesia pedunculata,
Daviesia podophylla,
Daviesia spiralis,
Daviesia mimosoides,
Daviesia striata,
Daviesia euphorbioides,
Daviesia discolor,
Daviesia stricta,
Daviesia triflora,
Daviesia mollis,
Daviesia longifolia,
Daviesia pectinata,
Daviesia cardiophylla,
Daviesia acicularis,
Daviesia decurrens,
Daviesia purpurascens,
Daviesia corymbosa,
Daviesia cordata,
Daviesia pubigera,
Daviesia anceps,
Daviesia hakeoides,
Daviesia incrassata,
Daviesia uniflora,
Daviesia physodes,
Daviesia polyphylla,
Daviesia umbellulata,
Daviesia mesophylla,
Daviesia angulata,
Daviesia debilior,
Daviesia alata,
Daviesia inflata,
Daviesia reclinata,
Daviesia epiphyllum,
Daviesia rhombifolia,
Daviesia arborea,
Daviesia squarrosa,
Daviesia buxifolia,
Daviesia brevifolia,
Daviesia nudiflora,
Daviesia flexuosa,
Daviesia microphylla,
Daviesia genistifolia,
Daviesia grahamii,
Daviesia alternifolia,
Daviesia pachylima,
Daviesia wyattiana,
Daviesia preissii,
Daviesia gracilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family